Step into The Tottsie, a charming 17th-century terraced cottage with fell views and original features. Located in a quiet setting, this property offers an open plan living/dining room with a cosy wood burner, well-equipped kitchen and modern family bathroom downstairs.
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Wonderful
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
2 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Cockermouth
With plenty of original features, this terraced cottage enjoys fell views and is just 8 miles from the popular town of Keswick.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 23" TV, TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Playstation 1, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Economy 7 central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and WI-FI included. Initial logs for wood burner included. . Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. On road parking in lay by, unloading at door. No smoking. Please note: There are some uneven floors in the property, and a low doorway on the first floor. The garden is situated at the front, at the end of the row of cottages.. Within a row of just five 17th-century terraced cottages, The Tottsie has bundles of character and original features, which help this holiday cottage stand out from the crowd. Sleeping up to four guests, this property is ideal for both families and couples. Its quiet location means that you can escape your busy life and retreat to the countryside in no time. The ground floor features an open plan living and dining room which has been refurbished in 2021, complete with a cosy wood burner and open views across gardens and fields at the rear. Also on the ground floor is a well-equipped kitchen and a modern family bathroom. Upstairs, you will find the bedrooms and a shower room, and you will soon realise why this property is one to remember. Just take a look out of either of the bedroom windows and behold the stunning sight towards Bassenthwaite Lake, Borrowdale Valley and many of the iconic north-western Lakeland fells. You will never tire of waking up to that view every morning. The property also benefits from a large, private lawned garden, which is at the end of the row of cottages, complete with patio and garden furniture. Because of the open nature of the surrounding landscape, the garden is a great place to relax in, soak up the sun and enjoy the wildlife and views all around. Immediately behind the property is a dense wood with red squirrels and birds of prey. From the top you have stunning views to Skiddaw, one of the highest fells in the Lake District National Park.
You have two local pubs within a couple of miles serving good food and an excellent selection of locally produced ales. Also within a couple of miles is The Lakes Distillery which offers tasting tours and produces fine whisky, gin and vodka, this is always a hit with the adults. For the family, why not try the Lake District Wildlife Park with over 100 species of animals. Further afield you are just 8 miles from the popular town of Keswick on the shores of Derwentwater, which offers an abundance of shopping and dining experiences, as well as a variety of cultural hotspots and tourist attractions, including Derwent Pencil Museum, home to the world’s largest pencil. The Theatre by the Lake offers award-winning arts and drama, and the mind-boggling world of the Puzzling Place is fun for all ages. Take a trip to Cockermouth, 7½ miles, the birthplace of William Wordsworth. Whether you want relaxation, adventure or family fun, The Tottsie is a great choice for your next Cumbrian holiday. Beach 16 miles. Shop 6 miles, pub and restaurant 1¾ miles.
Free WiFi
Rear garden is not for this property.
Please use the front garden by going under the carport to access. The garden is 25 yards from the front door at the end of the row - it has No. 2 on the gate.
There are steps within the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Keswick, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dubwath Silver Meadows and Solway Coast, while Derwent Pencil Museum and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Lake District Wildlife Park and Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Keswick travel guide
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Cockermouth pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Cockermouth?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Cockermouth?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Cockermouth?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Cockermouth located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake District Wildlife Park, Bassenthwaite Lake and Church Bay. Dubwath Silver Meadows is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
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2 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Cockermouth Reviews
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Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We had a lovely comfortable relaxed stay at this cottage in the Lakes.
Mark H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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6/10 Okay
Kelly A.
4 Sept 2020
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Lovely cottage just needed to be cleaned
Good
Kelly A.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Louisa
8 Nov 2019
Beautiful cottage in a stunning location.
Beautiful cottage in a stunning location. Hope to book again for next year
Louisa
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maggi
4 Nov 2019
Second time at Tottsie, it was lovely to stay there again.
Second time at Tottsie, it was lovely to stay there again. Improvements made include a dishwasher which was helpful. Beautiful views from the cottage and easy access to woods behind for walking the dog. Quirky garden access arrangements removes usefulness of the garden but that's a minor point with the Lake District on the doorstep.
Maggi
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Chris
5 Oct 2019
Lovely cottage with wonderful views.
Lovely cottage with wonderful views. Easy access to the Northern Lakes
Chris
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Alistair
22 Sept 2019
Charming old cottage with brilliant views of Skidaw and the Derwent valley.
Charming old cottage with brilliant views of Skidaw and the Derwent valley. The facilities inside the cottage are very good and clean. Everything worked and I had a nice chat with the lady who's carport you need to go through to reach the garden. We had a good week with the weather so parking 50 yards from the cottage in a lay-by was not a problem, though may of been a bind had the weather been awfull. Would go again.
Alistair
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie
9 Sept 2019
Lovely comfortable cottage.
Lovely comfortable cottage. Very well equipped. Good location to access the lakes. Superb views. Shame there wasn't direct access to the garden and garden could have benefited from some nice flower borders and nicer seating. Wi-fi would be good but overall a lovely place to stay.
Julie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen
14 Aug 2019
Lovely cottage, only downfall no wifi.
Lovely cottage, only downfall no wifi. Upstairs bathroom has a toilet thats not connected to the main drain, sadley this smelt and toilet needed a good clean it was stained.....no fitting plug on sink as it was broken....it had been a push down one, could loose thinys down it. Plastic one there but didnt fit to hold water.
Ensure you do take tea/coffee etc I've not stayed anywhere wher you don't get left something. Make sure you do take food no shops near to pick any up after a long journey. Otherwise lovely place to stay.
Karen
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shona
3 Aug 2019
Lovely cottage, should provide WiFi.
Lovely cottage, should provide WiFi.
Shona
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sue
21 July 2019
Nice well equipped cottage with a 10 minute walk to a good pub.
Nice well equipped cottage with a 10 minute walk to a good pub. Wifi was advertised but it didn't exist.